Capris, sunglasses, scarves—Jackie O's summer fashion is more pertinent than ever.

      No one has exemplified the art of chic summer fashion quite like Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis. Long before Instagram influencers packed their woven bags for vacations in Greece, Kennedy Onassis was already making waves in the Aegean with crisp white trousers and oversized sunglasses—cocktail in hand, maintaining an air of mystery. Her summers after leaving the White House focused less on political ambitions and more on impactful styling: silk Hermès scarves artfully tied around her head, a variety of canvas Gucci bags (including the one later named in her honor), and sunglasses so dramatically large they captured attention effortlessly. While she was recognized for her elegant suits and couture gowns during her White House tenure, my favorite aspects of Kennedy Onassis's stylishness are found in the moments beyond the confines of her political life.

      In the late '60s and early '70s, Kennedy Onassis transitioned from her First Lady dresses to a wardrobe that mirrored her role as a socialite and her new marriage to Greek shipping tycoon Aristotle Onassis. She split her time between Manhattan's Upper East Side, where she worked as a publishing editor, and the sunny shores of Greece aboard the Onassis family yacht. Every outfit, whether in the scorching heat of New York or lounging in the Mediterranean, embodied pure elegance. (Naturally, her younger fashionable sister Lee Radziwill closely followed in her stylistic footsteps.)

      Kennedy Onassis's style post-White House was never loud or overdone, and that was her charm. She grasped the concept of subtlety and the impact of a silk button-down with its collar popped, and a scarf casually draped around her neck. She was no longer dressing for the press (who followed regardless); she was dressing for herself. In the world of luxurious summers in the South of France, where patterns and logos seem omnipresent thanks to influencers and celebrities, consider: WWJD (what would Jackie O do)?

      Below, explore the essential staples Jackie O, the queen of summer fashion, relied on.

      **Headscarves**

      Kennedy Onassis didn’t just wear headscarves—she defined the trend. In summer, she tied them over her hair for protection from both the sun and the flash of cameras, always paired with dark glasses and a casual smile. Whether they were silk, patterned, or nautical-themed, the scarf served as her discreet accessory—glamorous, somewhat mysterious, and undeniably practical.

      **Hermès Ex-Libris Les Parisiennes Silk Scarf**

      **Jacquemus Dalmatien Silk Scarf**

      **Round Sunglasses**

      Kennedy Onassis’s sunglasses were more than mere accessories; the oversized, bug-eyed frames became her signature armor, providing privacy, allure, and an impervious gaze to paparazzi, all while complementing her simplest summer outfits. While tiny sunglasses have dominated fashion in recent years, there is a sense that the tide is shifting back to oversized, round frames.

      **Loewe Round Slim Oversized Sunglasses**

      **Linda Farrow Otavia Sunglasses in Black**

      **Poppy Lissiman Tiffi in Black**

      **Beaded Necklaces**

      In Kennedy Onassis's universe, jewelry was never excessive. Beaded necklaces, particularly those featuring natural stones and ocean-inspired colors, frequently adorned her during summers on her family’s yacht. Contemporary versions are trendier, incorporating vibrant stones and vintage charms popular among fashion enthusiasts vacationing in exotic locales.

      **Vertigo Faceted Ambronite Choker**

      **Chan Luu Multistone Olive Mix Tassel Necklace**

      **Sophie Buhai Long Everyday Jade Necklace**

      **Shashi Jade Necklace Carnelian**

      **Cropped Pants**

      If there was a uniform for effortless chic, Kennedy Onassis created it, incorporating cropped pants as a key element. Tailored yet relaxed, they formed her summer staple, often styled with heeled sandals, a boatneck top, and her trademark oversized sunglasses. The ideal ankle-grazing cut allowed her to move easily, whether boarding a yacht or rushing through Manhattan.

      **Leset Kyoto Carpenter Pant**

      **ASHLYN Emerson Crop Wide-Leg Pants**

      **Bateau-Neck Silhouettes**

      Few necklines convey "graceful authority" like the bateau, which Kennedy Onassis wore impeccably. It highlighted her collarbone beautifully and served as her understated power move—delicate, structured, and distinctly European. In one photo, she is seen in a vibrant blue bateau-neck top paired with a matching headscarf and mustard-yellow capris, flanked by her sister while vacationing on the Amalfi Coast in the '60s.

      **Flore Flore Steffi Cotton T-Shirt**

      **Reformation Dusk Knit Top**

      **COS Boat-Neck Cotton T-Shirt**

      **Shift Dresses**

      The shift dress was Kennedy Onassis's summer secret weapon—easy to wear, subtly refined, and always